Systematic work continues regarding the removal of counterfeit products from the markets of Ukraine and ensuring normal operations for honest businesses.

Under the procedural guidance of the Office of the Prosecutor General, law enforcement agencies have identified and uncovered 8 organized criminal groups in 12 regions, whose members organized underground workshops for the production of counterfeit pesticides. Law enforcement established that from March to July 2025, over 400 tons of counterfeit agrochemical products were produced. The expected income for the organizers is over 200 million UAH. The products were sold in Ukraine and also supplied to European Union countries under the guise of products from well-known international brands.

As part of the investigation, underground production workshops for the manufacture of counterfeits, a printing workshop (for the production of holograms, labels, packaging, etc.), and a workshop for the production of containers were uncovered.

The sale of counterfeits was carried out through online stores and logistics companies, as well as through smuggling channels to EU countries.

During authorized searches, over 175 tons of counterfeit pesticides and components for their production were seized.

Control purchases and sampling of pesticides were also conducted, which were recognized as counterfeit based on the results of the research.

To document cross-border criminal activity, a joint investigation team (JIT) has been established with law enforcement agencies of a foreign state.

Yesterday, in 12 regions of Ukraine, with the participation of employees from the Office of the Prosecutor General, the Main Investigative Department of the National Police of Ukraine, the Department for Combating Drug Crimes, the State Customs Service, and special police units, 89 searches were conducted.

Under the procedural guidance of the Office of the Prosecutor General, a pre-trial investigation is ongoing in the criminal proceedings regarding fraud, illegal circulation of potent substances, and illegal use of trademarks (Part 5 of Article 190, Part 4 of Article 321, Part 3 of Article 229 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).

Measures are being taken to hold all involved parties accountable, to stop the circulation of counterfeit pesticides, and to protect the rights of consumers and rights holders.

Note: According to Article 62 of the Constitution of Ukraine, a person is presumed innocent of committing a crime and cannot be subjected to criminal punishment until their guilt is proven in a lawful manner and established by a court verdict.